Economic Conditions Bring Increased Demand for Virtual Assistants from Alterna Office.

MIAMI -- Small businesses from around the United States are remaining vibrant during the current economic slowdown by utilizing virtual assistants from Alterna Office.

Companies looking to increase in-house productivity and increase cash flow are turning toward employee outsourcing to meet their needs in this changing economy. Alterna Office, a front office outsourcing solution, offers efficient bilingual services including live receptionists, virtual assistants and online applications such as "tasks managers" at a fraction of the cost of in-house staffing.

"Alterna Office offers companies a smarter way to run their businesses," said Alejandro Monterroso, CEO. "Outsourcing with a capable partner allows companies to focus on other functions such as increasing revenue."

While many companies today are filing for bankruptcy, closing their doors and laying off employees, others are finding smarter ways to run their businesses, make better use of their staff time and save money. Many companies, both big and small, are turning to front office outsourcing to meet their needs in this changing economy.

According to The Outsourcing Institute, the top reason companies outsource is to improve company focus (55%), followed by reducing and controlling operating costs (54%) and freeing resources for other purposes (38%).

"Our clientele includes businesses, budding entrepreneurs and professional individuals from throughout the United States who seek more balance in their lives," said Monterroso, whose passion for outsourcing began as a business graduate student who learned much about the professional services industry from a virtual professor.

The Live Receptionist Service offered by Alterna Office costs a fraction of a full time receptionist salary and is aimed at professionals and companies that give their customers first class attention. A toll free number or phone number with a specified area code will be provided to each customer. When called, a highly trained professional and friendly voiced operator who is well educated about the business will answer the phone.

The Virtual Assistant Service offers internet research, scheduling and MS office application tasks. Concierge Services enable executives to benefit from travel planning, event coordinating and personal services.

Companies can set up their Alterna Office in as few as two days, which will include and depend upon corporate training, phone scripting and phone number assignment. For more information, visit www.alternaoffice.com or call 1-800-899-0131.